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Kent vs Nickolas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Nickolas Rank #1,548

Nickolas is more popular, ranked #1548 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Nickolas more popular?

Nickolas is more popular, ranked #1548 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Kent and Nickolas mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Nickolas means "victory of the people" (Greek (nike + laos) origin).

Are Kent and Nickolas boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Nickolas is primarily a boy name.

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